How To Fix GMMASTERDATA096 - Deletion of non manual period &1 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GMMASTERDATA - Grant master data maintenance messages only

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Deletion of non manual period &1 not permitted

What causes this issue?

An attempt was made to delete an entry, but the splitting rule does not
allow manual changes.

System Response

The entry is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the splitting rule as necessary to allow manual changes.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GMMASTERDATA096 - Deletion of non manual period &1 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message GMMASTERDATA096, which states "Deletion of non-manual period &1 not permitted," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Grants Management (GM) module. This error indicates that you are trying to delete a period that is not marked as manual, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Manual Period: The period you are trying to delete is defined as a non-manual period in the system. Non-manual periods are usually system-generated or controlled periods that cannot be deleted directly.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces this restriction to maintain data integrity and ensure that important financial data is not inadvertently deleted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Type: Verify the type of the period you are trying to delete. If it is a non-manual period, you will not be able to delete it directly.
  Change Period Status: If you need to modify or delete the period, you may need to change its status to manual first, if the system allows it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings or through specific transaction codes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for Grants Management to understand the implications of changing period types and the correct procedures to follow.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if you believe this is an error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP GM, such as GMCP (Grants Management: Change Period) or GMCA (Grants Management: Create Period).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for Grants Management to understand how periods are defined and managed.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to periods in the Grants Management module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error GMMASTERDATA096 effectively.